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6.2 / 10(6 votes)IMDb196822mCuba

An Island for Miguel

Una isla para Miguel

Synopsis

In this film, Sara Gómez documents the everyday life of the Isla de Pinos, the discussions about the problems of construction, the school and the leisure activities of the youth in 1968 and contextualizes these images with Frantz Fanon's thoughts about the construction of a nation through decolonization.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Havana Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Sara Gómez
Screenplay & Story
Sara Gómez, Tomás González Pérez
Original Score
Chucho Valdés
Original Title
Una isla para Miguel
Country of Origin
Cuba
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Runtime
22m
Production Studios
ICAIC

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sara Gómez

Screenplay & Story

Sara Gómez, Tomás González Pérez

Original Score & Music

Chucho Valdés

Director of Photography

Luís García Mesa

Film Editing

Caíta Villalón

Producers

Jesús Pascau

Department Leadership Roster

Sara Gómez

Sara Gómez

Director

Sara Gómez

Sara Gómez

Screenplay

Caíta Villalón

Editor

Jesús Pascau

Producer

Luís García Mesa

Director of Photography

Tomás González Pérez

Screenplay

Official cinematic photography and background stills for An Island for Miguel.

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Frequently Asked Questions About An Island for Miguel

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is An Island for Miguel about?

In this film, Sara Gómez documents the everyday life of the Isla de Pinos, the discussions about the problems of construction, the school and the leisure activities of the youth in 1968 and contextualizes these images with Frantz Fanon's thoughts about the construction of a nation through decolonization.

Who directed An Island for Miguel?

An Island for Miguel was directed by Sara Gómez.

Who stars in An Island for Miguel?

The principal cast of An Island for Miguel includes Isaura Mendoza.

When was An Island for Miguel released and how long is it?

An Island for Miguel was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 22m.

Who composed the musical score for An Island for Miguel?

The original motion picture soundtrack for An Island for Miguel was composed by Chucho Valdés.